Removing free finishers t-shirts from the event. This not only plays a huge part in helping to reduce plastic waste but also eliminates any chance of the garments ending up in landfill.

Rewarding finishers with an FSC approved wooden medal. The FSC believes that healthy forests are a key defence against the climate and biodiversity crises. The wood that is used to make the medals comes from forests that are managed responsibly and sustainably, so there’s no net loss of forest over time.

Encouraging runners to be self-sufficient with water in our 40K race. This helps reduce plastic waste across the event. Runners should bring their own water vessels to refill at the outposts along the route.

Minimal signage. While the 12K distance will reuse its signage to mark the course from previous years, the new 40K route is self-navigational. Runners are encouraged to familiarise themselves with the route and download the GPS file onto their smart watch if they have one.

Responsible procurement. Run 4 Wales works with local suppliers where possible who abide by good practices.

Recycling. Run 4 Wales is committed to achieving a high recycling rate of 90% or above across its portfolio of events.

Encouraging donations to the Run 4 Wales Climate Action Fund. The R4W Climate Action Fund was set up to balance the impact that hosting events has on the environment – granting funds to projects that support nature conservation, carbon reduction and climate adaptation.